Sunrise and Sunset times in Porirua, New Zealand 
Today:
 Sunrise: 05:42:03
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 Sunset: 20:49:08
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Day Length: 15h 7m 5s
Time zone: Pacific/Auckland, UTC +13 h.
Latitude: -41.1219, Longitude: 174.852
Porirua
Wellington, New Zealand 
52 500 people
| Date | Sunrise | Solar Noon | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-Dec-01, Monday | 05:42:31 | 13:09:31 | 20:36:31 | 14h 54m 0s |
| 2025-Dec-02, Tuesday | 05:42:13 | 13:09:53 | 20:37:34 | 14h 55m 21s |
| 2025-Dec-03, Wednesday | 05:41:58 | 13:10:17 | 20:38:35 | 14h 56m 37s |
| 2025-Dec-04, Thursday | 05:41:45 | 13:10:41 | 20:39:36 | 14h 57m 51s |
| 2025-Dec-05, Friday | 05:41:35 | 13:11:05 | 20:40:35 | 14h 59m 0s |
| 2025-Dec-06, Saturday | 05:41:27 | 13:11:30 | 20:41:33 | 15h 0m 6s |
| 2025-Dec-07, Sunday | 05:41:21 | 13:11:56 | 20:42:30 | 15h 1m 9s |
| 2025-Dec-08, Monday | 05:41:18 | 13:12:22 | 20:43:25 | 15h 2m 7s |
| 2025-Dec-09, Tuesday | 05:41:17 | 13:12:48 | 20:44:19 | 15h 3m 2s |
| 2025-Dec-10, Wednesday | 05:41:19 | 13:13:15 | 20:45:11 | 15h 3m 52s |
| 2025-Dec-11, Thursday | 05:41:23 | 13:13:42 | 20:46:02 | 15h 4m 39s |
| 2025-Dec-12, Friday | 05:41:29 | 13:14:10 | 20:46:51 | 15h 5m 22s |
| 2025-Dec-13, Saturday | 05:41:38 | 13:14:38 | 20:47:38 | 15h 6m 0s |
| 2025-Dec-14, Sunday | 05:41:50 | 13:15:07 | 20:48:24 | 15h 6m 34s |
| 2025-Dec-15, Monday | 05:42:03 | 13:15:35 | 20:49:08 | 15h 7m 5s |
| 2025-Dec-16, Tuesday | 05:42:19 | 13:16:04 | 20:49:50 | 15h 7m 31s |
| 2025-Dec-17, Wednesday | 05:42:37 | 13:16:33 | 20:50:30 | 15h 7m 53s |
| 2025-Dec-18, Thursday | 05:42:58 | 13:17:03 | 20:51:08 | 15h 8m 10s |
| 2025-Dec-19, Friday | 05:43:21 | 13:17:32 | 20:51:44 | 15h 8m 23s |
| 2025-Dec-20, Saturday | 05:43:46 | 13:18:02 | 20:52:18 | 15h 8m 32s |
| 2025-Dec-21, Sunday | 05:44:13 | 13:18:32 | 20:52:50 | 15h 8m 37s |
| 2025-Dec-22, Monday | 05:44:43 | 13:19:02 | 20:53:21 | 15h 8m 38s |
| 2025-Dec-23, Tuesday | 05:45:15 | 13:19:32 | 20:53:48 | 15h 8m 33s |
| 2025-Dec-24, Wednesday | 05:45:48 | 13:20:01 | 20:54:14 | 15h 8m 26s |
| 2025-Dec-25, Thursday | 05:46:24 | 13:20:31 | 20:54:38 | 15h 8m 14s |
| 2025-Dec-26, Friday | 05:47:03 | 13:21:01 | 20:54:59 | 15h 7m 56s |
| 2025-Dec-27, Saturday | 05:47:43 | 13:21:30 | 20:55:18 | 15h 7m 35s |
| 2025-Dec-28, Sunday | 05:48:25 | 13:22:00 | 20:55:35 | 15h 7m 10s |
| 2025-Dec-29, Monday | 05:49:09 | 13:22:29 | 20:55:50 | 15h 6m 41s |
| 2025-Dec-30, Tuesday | 05:49:54 | 13:22:58 | 20:56:02 | 15h 6m 8s |
| 2025-Dec-31, Wednesday | 05:50:42 | 13:23:27 | 20:56:12 | 15h 5m 30s |
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Porirua on New Zealand map:
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Daylight Hours FAQ: 10 Most Googled Questions Answered
Daylight hours refer to the period between sunrise and sunset. This duration changes throughout the year based on season and geographic location.
Earth's 23.5° axial tilt causes uneven sunlight distribution. Your hemisphere receives less direct sunlight in winter (shorter days) and more in summer (longer days).
Northern Hemisphere: June 20-22 (summer solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: December 21-23.
Near polar circles, the sun doesn't set for 24 hours.
Northern Hemisphere: December 21-22 (winter solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: June 20-21.
The closer to poles, the more extreme variations:
- Equator: ~12-hour days year-round
- Polar regions: Midnight sun/polar nights occur
Miami's lower latitude means:
- Winter days are longer than NY's
- Summer days are slightly shorter
During equinoxes:
- Spring: March 20-21
- Fall: September 22-23
Most rapid change near equinoxes: 2-4 minutes daily.
Slowest change near solstices: <1 minute daily.
Reliable tools:
- Timeanddate.com
- SunCalc.org
- Photographer's Ephemeris app
Yes. Reduced winter sunlight may cause:
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Vitamin D deficiency
Solution: Light therapy lamps & midday walks